CYA Soccer Program Information Season 2016‐17 Agenda
• Introduction • Program Overview • US Soccer Mandates • VDA – US Soccer Development Academy • Competitions Overview • Training Approach • Travel Program Outline Questions
• Please send any questions to:
[email protected] Program Overview Program Overview Program Highlights
• Formation of VDA and Acceptance to US Soccer • Recreational Program Development Academy – Continued Coaching Education in the Bantam program • Acceptance into the National Premier League – Offered free clinics in several elementary – U12 boys and U16 boys won their division in schools our first season. – Specific developmental programs offered for – Club finished in the Top 5 in the first season all age groups of participation. – Creation of new specific curriculums for U5- – 30 players invited to District PDP. U10 – 22 players invited to State PDP. • Travel Program • Acceptance into the Super Y League – Tryout record attendance. Over 900 players – 4 teams (Girls: U13, U14 and U16 & Boys U12) attended. qualified for the SYL North American Finals – Grew to over 50 travel teams with 1 team reaching the final and another – 3 teams were State Cup finalists team the semifinals. – 2 teams were State Cup semifinalists – 3 players named to the best XI for the Region – 28 CYA teams were tournament champions or – 6 players named to the North American All finalists Teams. – 9 players were selected for International – 64 players invited to the Regional Scouted tournament in Portugal Series – 44 players attended camp with former Real • Other Madrid Coach – Implemented new scholarship program – 8 players invited to National Training Centers – Multiple coaches obtained a higher coaching – 1 Player selected for U17 Peruvian National license Team – Record attendance to CYA Academy programs – Addition of 6 new turf fields Organizational Structure
Soccer Chairman Mark Smith
Administration Technical Director Oscar Feilu Operations April Day
Webmaster / Administration Player Nike Liaison Rich DOC U5‐U10 DOC U11‐U18 Travel Development Recreation Matt Marshall Schwarzkopf Jane Dawber Neal Rei Paul Barboza Dylan Sutherland Field Travel Referees Development Alan Liotta ODSL Bantams Dylan Sutherland AGC AGC Melissa Lottchea Waleed Zaghloul
DC United Field Scheduling Liaison Phil Yanchulis WAGS Juniors Stuart Flower Head Coaches Head Coaches Paul Barboza Andy Birch
Quartermaster Rules & NCSL Seniors/SFL Charlie Discipline Zimmermam Alan Liotta Trainers Trainers Heidi Howser Chris Roberts
All Stars Accountant Registrar Rich Susan Gibbs Cindy Aune Schwarzkopf CYA Soccer Committee
• Vehicle for the soccer leadership to communicate, make decisions, and operate the program
• Members: – Mark Smith (Soccer Chairman) - Oscar Feliu (Technical) – Paul Barboza(Travel Division) - Tung Dao (Treasurer) – Waleed Zaghloul (Bantam Division) - Phil Yanchulis (Fields/Refs) – Andy Birch (Junior Division) – Chris Roberts (Senior Division) – Charlie Zimmermam (Equipment) • CYA Big Board & Staff Observers – Ralph Wills (President CYA) – Rich Schwarzkopf (CYA Board) – Mark Abbott (CYA Exec Director) United States Soccer Federation Mandates US Soccer Governing Bodies US Soccer Mandates
1. Calendar Year Mandate
2. Small Sided Games Mandate US Soccer Mandates
• United States Soccer Federation: governing body for the sport of soccer in the United States, announced mandated changes designed to improve player development across the country
1. Restructure of small‐sided game formats 2. Changing the age groups from 8/1‐7/31 to calendar birth year
• Soccer associations including USYS and USCS voted to implement changing the age groups from school year to calendar year by Fall 2016. Again this is across the country
• Restructure of Small‐sided game formats implemented in Fall 2017 Calendar Birth Year ‐ Recreational
• Purpose: The recreational soccer program is primarily devoted to the enjoyment and development of soccer players without the emphasis on travel or high level competition. The purpose of recreational soccer is to provide an opportunity for the participants to have fun, learn the sport, and develop life skills including a life long love of the game • Primary Objectives – Fun! It is critical that players involved in youth soccer enjoy the game in which they are playing. The organization must instill a passion and enjoyment in the game, particularly how players perceive their coach(es) and interact with them – Development: A necessary element to support fun, without it training and games get stale because there is no improvement – Life skills: In our case taught through the sport of soccer Calendar Birth Year ‐ Recreational
• Discussions are being held internally in regards to the Recreational program
• CYA’s intention is to keep the school birth year registration system for our Recreational Program as we believe it is the best match for the program objectives and the social aspect of Recreational Soccer.
– FUN! – Development! – Life Skills!
• This path would pose some challenges that would require further discussion and monitoring during the 2016‐17 season • Clubs in Northern Virginia will be implementing similar plans • SFL announced its intentions to transition to birth year in 2017‐18. The league will vote this month regarding 2016‐17 season Calendar Birth Year –All Star
• Changes do not affect Spring 2016. All‐Star teams roster will follow current school year
• We will need further discussion on implementation after Spring 2016 as it may be necessary to implement All‐Stars teams by calendar year starting Fall 2016.
• We will communicate final decision well in advance of Fall 2016 Calendar Birth Year ‐ Travel
HONORING THE BEAUTIFUL GAME Mission To provide the highest quality learning environment in the greater Metro DC area for any level of player. We focus on developing and motivating our players to achieve their maximum potential as athletes, and as people.
Vision Our vision is to: – Create skilled and very smart soccer players – Create players who are willing to play and give everything for the team – Include the following as developmental components for each player: ethics/habits, technical, tactical, physical and psychosocial Calendar Birth Year ‐ Travel
• CYA Travel Program will adopt calendar year birth registration in the 2016-17 season. Spring 2016 season remains unchanged
• The Birth Year mandate will reclassify age groups, and thus the placement of players on teams; – Players born Aug-Dec: “Move up two age groups” – Players born Jan-July: “Move up one age group”
• Age groups are redefined. Players moving up two age groups are not losing a year of soccer as they will be U19 in 12th grade – Current older players on each age group will become youngest and vice-versa – 2004-2007 are losing 1 year of small sided play but gain 1 year of 11v11
• Club approach philosophy focused on long term development
• Pre-Travel Program will be by Calendar Year. No changes for Spring 2016 Calendar Birth Year: 2016‐17 Age groups Calendar Birth Year –Travel Timeline
– Fall –Winter Season: Internal discussions between technical staff and evaluation of current pool of players by age group – March 10th: Town Hall Meeting & Announcement of implementation – March 14th: FAQ document released – March 14th: Travel Coaches Meeting – March 28th: ID Sessions announced for 2003, 2002, 2001, 2000 & 1999‐98 Age groups – March 28th‐Spring Season: Travel Academy conducted by calendar year (2007‐2006‐2005‐2004) * The current U12 players that are born in 2003 will stay with the 2004 group for Travel Academy – April 11th: Tryout dates & coaches assignments officially announced Calendar Birth Year –Travel Tryouts
• Tryouts: Estimated Teams per Age Group / Gender
– U9 2008 = 3 or 4 teams – U10 2007 = 3 or 4 teams – U11 2006 = 3 teams (VDA Pre-Academy Team for Boys) – U12 2005 = 3 teams (VDA Pre-Academy Team for Boys) – U13 2004 = 3 teams – U14 2003 = 3 teams – U15 2002 = 3 teams – U16 2001 = 3 teams – U17 2000 = 2 teams – U19 1999 / 98 = 2 teams
• All teams will have a home: No teams are disappearing or being cut out • Additionally 1 VDA team on each 2004, 2003 and 2002 Boys age groups Calendar Birth Year –Travel Tryouts
• Tryouts will be held in May / June. Dates announced on April 11th
• Calendar Birth Year changes will create more movement of players between teams; – Different age group – Different team level
• Goal is to place players on appropriate level to enhance their development
• Players can tryout for an older age group but we will only recommend it when it is of a clear benefit for the player’s development. Decisions will be made based on talent – Players should only play up if they are above the level of the Purple team on their age group and/or are able to excel in older age group
• Playing down is not permitted Calendar Birth Year –Travel Coaches
• A lot of players will have a new coach. We understand the concerns that change brings but parents should focus on the positives
– Focusing on the positives will make transition easier – All of our coaches follow our training curriculum to ensure that all our players are in the same path. Coaches are evaluated/guided by TD, DoC’s and tryout committee – All of our coaches work together for the benefit of each player and the club. • Needs of the player above all else – New Coach = New Learning Opportunities – Similar to school model – Players know majority of coaches from Travel Academy or Super Y League play – Players will make new friends and retain old ones
• Size of club, depth of staff and our program philosophy allows us to be better prepared for mandates
• Players will be able to play in the level appropriate for them and receive top coaching
• Coach placement determined by TD and DoC’s to enhance player development by placing the most suitable coaches for each age group/team. – Current player pools are also being considered to minimize impact of changes Calendar Birth Year –Travel Coaches
What to expect from a CYA coach?
– Open
– Honest
– Positive
– Enthusiastic
– Organized
– Patient
– Motivator
– Team Player Calendar Birth Year –Travel Other Considerations
• High School Seniors – U18 / U19 will combine and participate in the appropriate league as U19. This to allow Senior in high school born between August‐December to have a club team to play in.
• U15 Age group – Teams will have multiple players in HS and 8th grade. – CYA will not discourage HS play with the exception of US Development Academy players (VDA) . – Two specifically training plans / groups will be created for HS players and 8th graders. Calendar Birth Year –Final Thoughts • Stay focus on this Spring 2016 Season. Players need to keep learning and enjoying playing
• Be open minded. This is happening and we need to make it work together
• Being nervous about the change will make it harder for your child(ren)
• Think Long Term! Virginia Development Academy ‐ VDA Virginia Development Academy
• Joint venture between PWSI, VSA and CYA to compete in the US Development Academy amongst other common projects. • VDA will have a board of 6 members with equal representation from each club. • Mission: To help all players –from recreational to youth national teams and adult to reach their maximum potential • Vision: Destination club for all soccer players in Northern Virginia and Central Virginia. We will identify and help develop National team players. • Projects / Shared Resources – Coaching Education – Shared / Common curriculums – College Recruiting Education – National Platforms for high level Competition – Adult Competitions
Website: VDAsoccer.org Landscape: Levels of Play US Soccer Development Academy
• The U.S. Development Academy is a league created and managed directly by the United States Soccer Federation since 2007 to improve the everyday training / competition environment to develop world-class players. • Less than 170 clubs in the United States have been accepted into the US Development Academy. • Connects National Team coaches directly with the Academy clubs. • Minimum of USSF “B” License to coach a team. (Very High Coaching Standards) • Currently the league is only for Boys. Girls will be added in Fall 2017.
• CYA through VDA is among 0.01% of US Clubs with US Soccer Development Academy membership. US Soccer Development Academy • VDA will be forming teams in 3 age groups to compete in the US Soccer Development Academy during the 2016‐17 season. – U12 (2004) 9v9 Play – U13 (2003) 11v11 Play – U14 (2002) 11v11 Play • Tryouts Dates / Location can be found at VDASoccer.org • We plan to add more age groups for Boys and Girls in Fall 2017 so players can continuo to graduate up • For tryout information visit VDAsoccer.org VDA Academy Teams: Season Outline
• More focus on training vs games – 4 Training Sessions a week for 2003 and 2002 – 3 Training Sessions a week for 2004 – Around 30 Games a year over 30 weekends (Plus official US Soccer events) – Training Locations will be shared between PWSI, VSA and CYA • 10 month Calendar – August: Pre-Season – September-November: Fall Competitive Period – December: Transition – January-February: Futsal – March-June: Spring Competitive Period VDA 2016‐17 Project
• 2006 & 2005 Pre‐Academy Boys Teams – PWSI, VSA and CYA will form Pre‐Academy teams that will compete in the NPL representing their clubs. These teams will have cross training (Pre‐Academy training sessions) through out the year – Objective is to prepare players for the jump to the US Soccer Development Academy the following year • Pre‐Academy ID Sessions / Events for Girls – Prepare for addition of Girls to the US Soccer Development Academy in Fall 2017 • Showcase Teams for HS age groups – Increase college exposure for HS player’s interested in playing in college Competitions Overview Competitions Overview National Premier League: Purpose
• NPLs are independent leagues, unified under one national competition platform, and based on a common technical framework designed to improve long-term player development. The NPL provides a platform:
– Focused on long-term player development – Allows players to be scouted and evaluated by U.S. Soccer National Staff and Technical Advisors – Designed and structured by the clubs, based on the needs of the clubs – Provides an avenue for qualification for the NPL Finals. – For the country’s top soccer clubs, allowing consistent, meaningful high-level games appropriately scheduled with higher training-to-game ratios Virginia Premier League Virginia Premier League: Clubs
Chantilly Youth Association Prince William Courage Annandale Boys & Girls Club FC Virginia Virginia Soccer Association Northern Virginia SC Vienna Youth Soccer Richmond Strikers Richmond Kickers Chesterfield • We finish in the top 5 for the U11-U14 age United SC groups in our first season of Participation Virginia Rush • U12B and U16B won their divisions FC United National Premier League: Benefits US Club Soccer id2 & PDP
The id2 Program is an Olympic Development Program (ODP) as approved by the United States Olympic Committee and U.S. Soccer Federation.
• Provides an opportunity to be identified, developed, and scouted for inclusion in U.S. Soccer’s National Team programs • There is no cost to players to be identified for or participate in the id2 Program • Players should be initially scouted within the environment they are most comfortable –their club training and competition environment. • The id2 Program does not create significant additional demands on the calendar of the elite player Super Y League: Purpose
• The Super Y League is a high-level, national summer league dedicated to the progression of youth soccer players and designed for talented youth players destined for college, professional or international careers • Affiliated with U.S. Soccer, the Super Y League ODP Program has opened countless doors for players to be identified for U.S. National Team programs • Open to non CYA-players • Opportunity to compete for a North American Championship at the IMG Academy Super Y League: Overview
• Compete in the Atlantic Division – 4 teams (Girls: U13, U14 and U16 & Boys U12) qualified for the SYL North American Finals with 1 team reaching the final and another team the semifinals. – 3 players named to the best XI for the Region – 6 players named to the North American All Teams. – 64 players invited to the Regional Scouted Series • Season between June 20th –July 31st (approximately) – 2 Training sessions a week plus League games • Open for U10‐U18 players (Boys and Girls born 2007‐1998) • Spots still available – Check our website for more information Training Approach Philosophy: Integral Education How should we shape our young athletes? Integral Education Overview
Technical Training
Tactical Physical Training Training Integral Education
Ethic / Psychological Habits Training Education Integral Education Overview
Ethics / Habits Education:
Discipline Respect Hard Work Communication Sportsmanship Responsibility Commitment Cooperation Leadership
Compete and try to win while exhibiting the most sportsmanship Integral Education Overview
Psychological Training:
Training sessions design to enhance:
Concentration Motivation Awareness Competiveness Confidence Self-esteem Self-control Decision/Determination
– All these qualities can be learned and are important for any sport Integral Education Overview
Technical Training:
– Dribbling / 1v1 / Shooting / Passing / Receiving / Heading
Special attention to the weak foot
Specific foot-skills training sessions
Maximize number of touches and quality
Give a game situation meaning to the technical skills
TECHNIQUE VS FREESTYLE Integral Education Overview
Tactical Training:
– Train mechanisms of perception and decision
Goal: Create smarter players on the field
1. Basic defensive/offensive Individual tactical knowledge 2. Basic defensive/offensive group tactical knowledge 3. Advanced defensive/offensive team tactical knowledge
Team formation is not the most important element
– The most important element is the style of play that has been applied throughout the program
Creative and Offensive (Possession style oriented)
All the players are asked to think and play with a purpose. Integral Education: Tactical Training
Perception Decision Execution Integral Education Overview
Physical Training:
Specific physical goals for each developmental phase.
Progression from basic motor skills to fine motor skills to enhanced player development
Speed, agility and coordination will be worked through games and small sided-exercises in the developmental phase
Exercises for prevention and care of injuries introduced in the training sessions Travel Program Outline Travel Program Outline
10 month Training Calendar August – November (Fall Period) • 3 training sessions per week • League games, tournaments and/or scrimmage festivals • Around 12 – 18 games December – February (Winter Period) • 2-3 practices per week (futsal/indoor and/or outdoor) • Futsal/indoor league, outdoor league and/or scrimmage festival • Around 8 – 15 games March – June (Spring Period) • 3 practices per week • League games, tournaments and/or scrimmage festivals • Around 12 – 18 games
Training sessions held at premium facilities in the Chantilly area (WOG, Sully Highlands, Westfield HS, etc.) Travel Program Outline
• Academy training once a week for U9-U12 age groups (fall, winter and spring)
• Teams of the same age group have their team training session during same day/time/location as much as possible to increase training possibilities between the teams (Academy system)
• Optional training opportunities offered through the CYA Soccer Academy Programs year round
• Goalkeeper training offered year round Why the Academy Structure?
• “Homogeneous ” conditions will enhance players´ development
• Players of similar level need to play/train together to enhance their development
• Players will be placed by levels: • CYA ‘XX Purple (most competitive) • CYA ‘XX Gold • CYA ‘XX Black • CYA ‘XX White • Team rosters are flexible as players develop at different rates • Continued player evaluations through out the year • Even though we try to avoid moving players during the soccer year as much as possible players may move between teams • Before moving any player from one team to another, the coaches/director will discuss it with the family • Teams will train together once a week at the Academy Training sessions • Exposure to players / coaches from different CYA teams through participation in the CYA Soccer Academy programs Levels of Play U11‐U18
Primary Competitions Alternative Competitions Levels of Play U9‐U10
Primary Competitions
*Intra-Scrimmages, Festivals against NPL North clubs and playing up in our Recreational Program Style of Play: How do we want our teams to look like?
Offense
• Possession style oriented – Don´t give away the ball • Looking for space to go forward • Creative • Field is big
Defense
• Works together • Intensity • Field is small • Counter-attack if possible
Transition
• Offense to Defense: Field smaller (Everyone quickly steps towards ball) • Defense to Offense: Easy Pass + Field Big Training Session Objectives
Players master technical-tactical skills
Players learn tactical responses to the changing game situations
Players acquire an age appropriate soccer specific fitness level and motor development
Players train with as much intensity as possible
Players follow / learn team’s rules and habits set by the coach.
Players enjoy every session! Game Day Objectives
Playing time: U9-U10 players must play at least 50% U11-U12 players must play at least 40% U13+ players must play at least 35%
Players must try all positions during U9-U10 soccer years
U11+ players will progressively start specifying in roles and positions on the field Players will be encourage to play an offensive and creative soccer based on keeping possession of the ball and building the attacking plays from the back Players will be encouraged to take risks on the field without having fear of making a mistake Players always play with a purpose and learn to think on the field We try to win every game applying the concepts learned, playing good soccer and with fair play Tryouts
Tryouts sessions are designed to help coaches to evaluate players and make players feel relaxed For CYA players the tryout session are a small portion of their evaluation
We encourage players to attend all the tryout sessions if possible, but it is not required
Team placement/decisions will be communicated by email to all the participants Directors/coaches may require a conversation with parents-players prior to communicating a decision
Please ask your child to have fun during the tryouts sessions. There is no need for them to need for them to know that they are trying out (younger age groups) Personality
Speed When you arrive to the field look for the check-in staff
Selection criteria (see graphic) Conceptual Knowledge All players must register for tryouts Technical Ability Cost
• CYA strives to offer a high quality program at a very competitive price
• Final team fees depend on the number of players on each roster, the coaching fee and cost of tournaments, and miscellaneous team expenses (if applicable)
• An estimated per player year cost will be sent to each player with the CYA Travel Soccer invitations during the tryout period
• The total cost per player can range approximately between $1,500-2,200 per year
– We are very competitive compared to neighboring clubs offering less training and quality of leagues / coaches
• Scholarships are available 2015‐2017 Travel Kit Facilities
• Sully Field – 2 full-sized turf fields with overlays for small-sided games – Opened in Summer 2014
• WOG – Brand new turf – Brand new lights – Fencing to contain play – New goals being purchased CYA Benefits
• Implementation of developmental educational methodology of “Integral Education” by our Technical Director, DoC’s and CYA staff
• Consistent training curriculum for all our players/teams
• Advantages of being a member of a Nike Premier Club
• Additional International opportunities for our players
• Unique learning environment for CYA players and coaches
• Professional staff with international experience
• Multiple league opportunities from Rec to National Leagues to place players at the right level of play and increase exposure opportunities for our players
• Premium training facilities. We have the most artificial turfs / lighted fields in our area, which allows us to train in all weather conditions
• Continued feedback and evaluation from CYA coaching staff to playersand parents
• All CYA coaching staff speak the “same soccer language” THANK YOU!
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